Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis O'Reilly Update Morning Edition, March 18, 2026
Mar 18, 2026
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and recent drone attacks on oil tankers. Calls for allied action against Iran and debate over which countries will join. Criticism of Germany and Spain for refusing support and scrutiny of NATO's mixed responses. Discussion of reactions from Italy, Great Britain, and U.S. leadership seeking clarity.
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Iran's Last Offensive Tool In The Strait Of Hormuz
- Iran's drone attacks are presented as the regime's only remaining offensive capability in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Bill O’Reilly frames the strikes as limited but strategic, characterizing Iran as a "homicidal mullahs" state relying on drones against oil tankers.
Allied Hesitation Against Iran Criticized
- O’Reilly argues allied nations are failing to unite against Iran, saying decent nations should help the USA "crush" the Iranian regime.
- He cites Germany and Spain as examples of reluctance, calling Europe weak on this issue.
Europe's Mixed Response Compared To Past Support
- O’Reilly recounts recent European reactions: Germany saying "it's not our war" and Spain refusing U.S. refueling on its soil.
- He contrasts modern leaders with past support, praising Tony Blair's stand in Iraq and criticizing current PM Starmer as "waffle."